FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Cromer Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Cromer Small Business Loans
Cromer unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Cromer Business Loans
What is the Larger Cromer Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been running, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.